Farthing - Suffolk Lowestoft / Town ND
| Copper | - | 20 mm |
| Issuer | England (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Token |
| Years | 1648-1672 |
| Value | 1 Farthing (1⁄960) |
| Currency | English Trade Tokens (1648-72) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-08 |
| Numista | N#252372 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination across three lines above rose.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A
LOWESTOF
FARTHING
Comment
M. Dickinson#224.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Token Farthing - Suffolk (Lowestoft / Town) ND (1648-1672) coin is that it was issued during a time of great economic turmoil in England. The coin was minted during the Commonwealth period, which saw a severe shortage of small change, leading to the issuance of private tokens like this one. The coin's design features a simple layout with the name of the town, Lowestoft, on one side and a crowned shield on the other. Despite its humble appearance, this coin is a valuable piece of history, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of 17th-century England.
